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Many thanks to Dundalk Young Irelands GFC who came in to show us the Louth league, Louth championship and Leinster championship that they won last weekend. Some of the squad arrived and were welcomed by a hall that was packed with children from the boys, girls and infants school. We wish them the very best…

A huge Congratulations to Ms Halpenny’s second class who have won the Golden Boot this week. They have made a conscious effort to change their travel arrangements to school and the results show for themselves. Well done guys. Who will be next week’s winner? Make sure to stay tuned to find out.

Originally part of a fundraising initiative set up in the 50’s. The Wheel of Fortune at the Friary is as popular now as ever. Recognised by many local people as a significant date on the Christmas calendar, the wheel has generated significant funds for the Friary schools over the years. Friends of the Friary get…

A huge thanks to West Midlands Drama who put on a fantastic show for our boys on Friday. West Midlands Drama performed the tale of ‘Old King Cole’ and the boys enjoyed it a lot and we look forward to seeing you in St Malachy’s BNS again in the near future.

Congratulations to Ms Murphy’s 6th Class whom won the Golden Boot on Friday. It is great to see our senior boys leading by example and making a huge effort to take alternative ways to school. Well done to all involved in achieving the 59% either walking, cycling or carpooling. Who will be our winner this…

A huge Thank You to Paul from DKIT who visited our school as part of our Science week. Paul introduced all classes to wind energy and allowed the boys to build their own wind powered turbine. Also a big thanks to our very own scientists throughout the school who helped to set up the science…

Congratulations to Mr Conlon’s 5th Class who picked up the Golden Boot in it’s first week. 41% of the class walked, cycled or car pooled over the last five days. We would engage all parents and children to consider their journey to school and make the most environmentally friendly choice where possible. Who will be…

The Green Schools Committee has introduced The Golden Boot Award as part of their work on this year’s Travel theme. The Golden Boot will be awarded to the class who had the most children walking/cycling/carpooling or parking n’ striding every day that week. Stay tuned every Friday for the winners. Good Luck everyone!!

Work has begun on our 4th Green Flag on the theme of Travel. The committee has been chosen, the first survey carried out and we have met with our Travel Officer who will be visiting the school in November to carry out some workshops with the children. As part of St Malachy’s Green Schools Programme,…

We are so honoured to have not one but two fantastic pupils in Liam Mc Cabe and Jack Mackin representing our country in kickboxing. Not only are they representing us but they’ve come back into school with a Gold, Silver and a Bronze medal from the 2018 World Championships that were held in the Citywest,…